Things to do & places to visit in Salinas, Puerto Rico

Salinas #34 destination in Puerto Rico 2023. The average rating score is 4.32 based on 247 traveler reviews, of 20 attractions. Timezone: America/Puerto_Rico, current date and time: Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 20:49.

Top things to do (21)

Upcoming events in Salinas 2

Date	Event	Location	Price	Category
Fri May 26 2023 at 09:00 am to Fri May 23 2025 at 05:00 pm	Conflict Management/Resolution Training in Salinas, CA	Salinas	Starts at USD 599	Entertainment
Fri Mar 01 2024 at 07:00 pm to Sun Jun 30 2024 at 08:00 pm (GMT-08:00)	“What Is a Good Job Now?” In Agriculture	Salinas	Free	Festivals

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 Eco Journeys Tour (24 reviews)
- BEST ACTIVITY in Puerto Rico!!
Eco Tours

I went there with 3 of my girlfriends and on our last day there we spent the morning kayaking with Luis, Erickson, & Dave (the guides from the company - they accompanied us in their own kayaks and were always there to help us). They made the experience for us as they were a lot of fun and very informative. We were picked up at our hotel and transported to Salinas where we set off on the kayaks. It was very peaceful and felt like we were in our own private bay! We had fun racing our kayaks and even though we had never kayaked before we picked it up quick as we received great instructions. Had an awesome time. We also got a snack of fresh mangoes, bananas and candy during the trip. After we were done kayaking we went to a great seafood restaurant where we sampled the local fare - fish sticks, seafood empenadas, soup, salad, etc This is a GREAT VALUE and a MUSTDO activity when in Puerto Rico!! Thanks again guys! See more..
5.0 Caribe Jet Ski Rental (2 reviews)
- La Belleza de Salinas
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Private Tours

A complete and spectacular experience! From the moment of making the reservation super easy and safe, until arrival at the place. Both Keyshla and Victor were super friendly and treated us with great respect and cordiality. The safety instructions and the guide were 10/10. Obviously they took us through the most beautiful places, a calm sea and a spectacular sunset were in our favor! THANK YOU Caribe Jet Ski for a life time experience! See more..
5.0 Casa de los Caracoles (1 review)
- Very unique!
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Ever wondered how a house covered in seashells by the sea shore would look? Well look no further than Barrio Playa in Salinas. The home belongs to Don Ovidio "Jimmy" Berrios Santiago, who, after his retirement, decided to make his dream of lining his house with "caracoles" come true. Not only is his living quarter fully decorated with shells, but so is his car! In total, the amount of seashells used in this project sums up to over a million. See more..
5.0 Eco Journeys Tour (24 reviews)
- BEST ACTIVITY in Puerto Rico!!
Eco Tours

I went there with 3 of my girlfriends and on our last day there we spent the morning kayaking with Luis, Erickson, & Dave (the guides from the company - they accompanied us in their own kayaks and were always there to help us). They made the experience for us as they were a lot of fun and very informative. We were picked up at our hotel and transported to Salinas where we set off on the kayaks. It was very peaceful and felt like we were in our own private bay! We had fun racing our kayaks and even though we had never kayaked before we picked it up quick as we received great instructions. Had an awesome time. We also got a snack of fresh mangoes, bananas and candy during the trip. After we were done kayaking we went to a great seafood restaurant where we sampled the local fare - fish sticks, seafood empenadas, soup, salad, etc This is a GREAT VALUE and a MUSTDO activity when in Puerto Rico!! Thanks again guys! See more..
5.0 Caribe Jet Ski Rental (2 reviews)
- La Belleza de Salinas
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Private Tours

A complete and spectacular experience! From the moment of making the reservation super easy and safe, until arrival at the place. Both Keyshla and Victor were super friendly and treated us with great respect and cordiality. The safety instructions and the guide were 10/10. Obviously they took us through the most beautiful places, a calm sea and a spectacular sunset were in our favor! THANK YOU Caribe Jet Ski for a life time experience! See more..
5.0 Casa de los Caracoles (1 review)
- Very unique!
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Ever wondered how a house covered in seashells by the sea shore would look? Well look no further than Barrio Playa in Salinas. The home belongs to Don Ovidio "Jimmy" Berrios Santiago, who, after his retirement, decided to make his dream of lining his house with "caracoles" come true. Not only is his living quarter fully decorated with shells, but so is his car! In total, the amount of seashells used in this project sums up to over a million. See more..
4.5 Island Venture (99 reviews)
- Trip from Salinas marina
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Boat Tours • Eco Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Stand Up Paddleboarding • Day Trips

This was an awesome trip. The boat was clean the staff was awesome. Everything was clean( they cleaned off all of the snorkeling equipment as soon as it was brought back.) We have a family with teen, pre teen and a toddler and they all loved it The ride over was smooth and included Drinks both alcoholic and non as soon as we got moving. Lunch was cold cuts for sandwiches, pasta salad , bean salad, fruit and chips. There was plenty for everyone On the beach they set up chairs umbrellas floats out on water and kayak. We were unable to explore the island due to recent earthquakes but still had a great time. The ride back was bumpy as we were told due to high winds and I got motion sick ( I think I was the only one though) and the staff were great providing me with bags and napkins and continued to Check in on me. Overall this was a fantastic day trip. I would highly recommend See more..
4.5 Cayo Matias (2 reviews)
- Boat ride was nice
Tuesday: Beaches

When we arrived a Salinas Marina we weren’t sure what to do but at the shack was a sign for boat rides and it was $10 per person for 45 minutes and they take you to see Cayo Matias, very nice See more..
4.5 Island Venture (99 reviews)
- Trip from Salinas marina
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Boat Tours • Eco Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Stand Up Paddleboarding • Day Trips

This was an awesome trip. The boat was clean the staff was awesome. Everything was clean( they cleaned off all of the snorkeling equipment as soon as it was brought back.) We have a family with teen, pre teen and a toddler and they all loved it The ride over was smooth and included Drinks both alcoholic and non as soon as we got moving. Lunch was cold cuts for sandwiches, pasta salad , bean salad, fruit and chips. There was plenty for everyone On the beach they set up chairs umbrellas floats out on water and kayak. We were unable to explore the island due to recent earthquakes but still had a great time. The ride back was bumpy as we were told due to high winds and I got motion sick ( I think I was the only one though) and the staff were great providing me with bags and napkins and continued to Check in on me. Overall this was a fantastic day trip. I would highly recommend See more..
4.5 Cayo Matias (2 reviews)
- Boat ride was nice
Tuesday: Beaches

When we arrived a Salinas Marina we weren’t sure what to do but at the shack was a sign for boat rides and it was $10 per person for 45 minutes and they take you to see Cayo Matias, very nice See more..
4.0 Albergue Olimpico (96 reviews)
- Lots Of Fun For The Whole Family
Spent More than 3 hours Health Clubs • Sports Complexes

The Albergue Olimpico German Rieckhoff, named after the founder, is the most complete sports center in all America. Since the foundation in 1983, it has housed around 45 facilities for different sports training and activities, including an athletic center, physical training gym, shooting ranges, baseball, soccer, and softball fields, tennis courts, an aquatic center, large green areas, and much more. These premises are not the only thing the Albergue Olimpico has to offer. The place also houses a boarding school specialized in sports for young athletes, a botanical garden, and various water parks. Another main attraction is the Puerto Rico Olympic Museum, which contains every important detail of the island's history in sports. See more..
4.0 Monumento al Jíbaro Puertorriqueño (14 reviews)
- A short stop on the highway
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues

On the express way to the south you find this statue, resembling a typical country family from the last century! See more..
4.0 Salinas Speedway (9 reviews)
- Not that bad
Tuesday: Auto Racing Tracks

Yes, the facility is outdated needs some kind of makeover, you can still get out and enjoy a night or day out or if your a racer you can put your car to the test safely. See more..
4.0 Albergue Olimpico (96 reviews)
- Lots Of Fun For The Whole Family
Spent More than 3 hours Health Clubs • Sports Complexes

The Albergue Olimpico German Rieckhoff, named after the founder, is the most complete sports center in all America. Since the foundation in 1983, it has housed around 45 facilities for different sports training and activities, including an athletic center, physical training gym, shooting ranges, baseball, soccer, and softball fields, tennis courts, an aquatic center, large green areas, and much more. These premises are not the only thing the Albergue Olimpico has to offer. The place also houses a boarding school specialized in sports for young athletes, a botanical garden, and various water parks. Another main attraction is the Puerto Rico Olympic Museum, which contains every important detail of the island's history in sports. See more..
4.0 Monumento al Jíbaro Puertorriqueño (14 reviews)
- A short stop on the highway
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues

On the express way to the south you find this statue, resembling a typical country family from the last century! See more..
4.0 Salinas Speedway (9 reviews)
- Not that bad
Tuesday: Auto Racing Tracks

Yes, the facility is outdated needs some kind of makeover, you can still get out and enjoy a night or day out or if your a racer you can put your car to the test safely. See more..
Monumento al Jibaro Puertorriqueno (0 review)
Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Monuments & Statues
Salinas is home to Monumento al Jibaro Puertorriqueno, an iconic statue that represents the typical jibaro family (poor, from the countryside, and worked in farms or factories). Created by Tomas Batista, the sculpture depicts a mother holding a small child and a father, dressed in work or home attires as they often spent their days. Th monument is located next to the highway between Salinas and Cayey. See more..
Jobos Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (0 review)
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas
Jobos Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in Salinas is one of the most important natural reserves in the entire island. The research center is located in Aguirre, a barrio between Salinas and Guayama. It is the second largest estuary in the island, with an area of 1140 hectares. The area is divided in five distinct ecosystems, and each protects about 8 endangered species in total. Coral reefs, seagrass, and lots (like, lots) of mangroves are the main components of this natural habitat. See more..
Cerro Las Tetas (0 review)
Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Mountains

Cerro Las Tetas is located in a mountainous area called the Sierra de Cayey. They are known by the locals as "Las Tetas de Cayey", but they belong to the town of Salinas, its name references a woman's breast. These 2 very curious peaks have a height of 2759 feet above sea level. In the year 2000, they officially became a nature reserve. See more..
Plaza De Recreo Salinas (0 review)
Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Parks
Plaza de Recreo is Salinas' town square. It is a large space filled with trees, benches, and lamps for easy access. There are a variety of shops around the plaza, as well as other establishments. The town hall, catholic church, and public library, are among the most frequented places right along the square. Festivities and other events are also celebrated on special occasions. See more..
Penon de los Soldados (0 review)
Mountains
Penon de los Soldados is a mountain located in Salinas. It has an elevation of about 2,592 feet (790 meters) ending at the summit. The base sits at Barrio La Plena. See more..
Ruins of Central Aguirre (0 review)
Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Ancient Ruins
Once a well-known estate, community and sugar farm, Central Aguirre is one of Puerto Rico's most emblematic ruins. The estate was one of the biggest and most important sugar plantations up until the 1960s, where consecuitive losses dug its grave. See more..
Museo Olimpico (0 review)
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums

The Museum is dedicated to the collection, conservation, documentation, and promotion of the values of Puerto Rican sports through permanent and temporary exhibitions for the educational benefit of the Puerto Rican people. Among the future plans of the Museum is to develop an Educational Program through which pedagogical and cultural activities will be offered that will revolve around sports, for the benefit of students and the interested public. The Museum will create a Documentation Center, through the collection of historical written and visual information on Puerto Rican sports for the benefit of students and researchers. See more..
Cerro de los Cielos (0 review)
Mountains
Cerro de los Cielos is located next to the highway in the mountains between Salinas and Cayey. It is mostly known for the "arbol solitario", or lonely tree, that sits at the peak. In recent years, it has become a popular spot for hikers who like to take risks and adventure new paths. Because of the frequent visitors, the area has been decorated with Puerto Rican flags and other national symbols. Many enjoy the challenge of climbing up the hill and even incorporate it to their exercise routine. At the top, you will feel as if you were about to touch the sky. Proceed with caution however, there is no official trail. See more..
Mayorship Salinas (0 review)
Government Buildings
Salinas City Hall is located near the southern coast of Salinas. Its location is a convenient 10 minute drive to the beach. See more..
Cementerio Municipal de Salinas (0 review)
Cemeteries
The Cementerio Municipal de Salinas is considered a cultural feature and it counts with 801 memorials. See more..
Ola Marina Water Park (0 review)
Tuesday: Amusement & Theme Parks
For young people and adults, there is the Ola Marina park whose main attraction is a huge wave pool. It also has a pool with frills and an area with "chorritos", or water jets, for toddlers. See more..
Isla Chiquitines Water Park (0 review)
Amusement & Theme Parks • Water Parks
If you go with children, your first stop should be Isla Chiquitines or Villa Enchumba. Both are water parks with water jets, bridges and water slides. The Villa Enchumba area has nine eating areas and a communal center that you can rent to celebrate activities. In both parks there are bathrooms and dressing rooms. See more..
Monumento al Jibaro Puertorriqueno (0 review)
Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Monuments & Statues
Salinas is home to Monumento al Jibaro Puertorriqueno, an iconic statue that represents the typical jibaro family (poor, from the countryside, and worked in farms or factories). Created by Tomas Batista, the sculpture depicts a mother holding a small child and a father, dressed in work or home attires as they often spent their days. Th monument is located next to the highway between Salinas and Cayey. See more..
Jobos Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (0 review)
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas
Jobos Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in Salinas is one of the most important natural reserves in the entire island. The research center is located in Aguirre, a barrio between Salinas and Guayama. It is the second largest estuary in the island, with an area of 1140 hectares. The area is divided in five distinct ecosystems, and each protects about 8 endangered species in total. Coral reefs, seagrass, and lots (like, lots) of mangroves are the main components of this natural habitat. See more..